Spaghetti Pomodoro recipes with tomato sauce

Certainly! Here’s a recipe for Spaghetti Pomodoro, a classic Italian pasta dish with a simple tomato sauce:

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces (340 grams) of spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped, for garnish
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions:

1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant. Be careful not to let it brown.
3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Stir well to combine. Simmer the sauce for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a splash of pasta cooking water to reach your desired consistency.
4. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if needed.
5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the pomodoro sauce. Toss the pasta to coat it evenly with the sauce.
6. Serve the spaghetti pomodoro hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese. You can drizzle a bit of extra olive oil on top if desired.

Enjoy your homemade Spaghetti Pomodoro! It’s a simple and delicious Italian classic.